London Zoo has urged people not to approach two escaped parrots as zookeepers work to find them.

Two blue-throated macaws flew off on Monday, October 21 while flying freely as part of their regular routine.

The zoo has been working with nearby bird groups, other zoos and Westminster Council to make them aware of the missing birds.

Londoners may see zookeepers in the local area looking for the macaws.

The birds will tend to stay high up in the trees but may soon come down lower to forage for food.

Anyone who sees them is urged not to approach them, but instead to send a photo and location to birds@zsl.org or call 0344 225 1826.

In a full statement from London Zoo, a spokesperson said: “Two of our blue-throated macaws flew off this week (Oct 21) while flying freely as part of their regular routine at the zoo.

“We've been liaising with nearby bird groups, other zoos and Westminster Council to make them aware of this.

“You may have seen our zookeepers out in the local area looking for the birds.

“The birds will tend to stay high up in the trees, but may soon come down lower to forage for food.

“If you see them, please don't approach or feed them - send a photo and location to birds@zsl.org or call 0344 225 1826.

“Thanks for your assistance.”